Victor Mitchell on Gun Control

100% record with NRA, but I don't believe in bazookas

Mitchell, who toyed with a 2014 bid for governor but declined, identified his top competition as "traditional establishment candidates." On the political spectrum, Mitchell positions himself as a conservative who is willing to reach across the aisle.

"I had a 100 percent voting record with the NRA, but I don't believe in bazookas in our schools," he said. "I may not be the most conservative candidate. I would consider myself conservative but sensible and pragmatic."